1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
